Kipling Jr.
Kipling Jr.

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Kipling Jr.

1995
Movie
14 min
Japanese

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IMDb3.5/10
Director: Stephen HerekGenres: Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

A young girl, Kipling, is abandoned by her parents and left in the care of a childless couple who are expecting a baby of their own. As the parents of Kipling await the birth of their child, they begin to realize that Kipling may be a handful. The film follows Kipling's misadventures as she navigates her new life and the impending arrival of a sibling.

Critical Reception

Kipling Jr. was met with overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics and audiences alike. It was widely panned for its weak script, uninspired direction, and questionable humor. The film failed to find an audience and is largely considered a critical and commercial failure.

What Reviewers Say

  • A nonsensical plot that offers little to no comedic payoff.

  • The performances are forgettable, with the child actors struggling to carry the film.

  • Lacks charm, wit, and any discernible reason for existing.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's limited release and poor reception. Those few that exist often mention the film's confusing storyline and lack of humor, with many finding it a tedious watch for both children and adults.

Fun Fact

The film was originally conceived as a vehicle for comedian Chris Elliott, who plays the adoptive father.

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